North Carolina - Where to visit in October
Jun 14th, 2006, 09:37 PM
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North Carolina - Where to visit in October
We are a couple of couples in our 50s that plan to visit NC in October. Suggestions as to location and what to do are sought. We are sightseeing but also looking at communities for possibly moving there
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Neil
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Neil
Jun 15th, 2006, 04:35 AM
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Old Salem in Winston-Salem is an exceptional point of interest for those who enjoy history. www.oldsalem.org While there have lunch at either Opies Southbound Bistro or Mary's Of Course. This area is located right off I-40.
The beach communities around Wilmington are lovely and worth a visit.
In October the leaves will be changing and the areas around Asheville and Blowing Rock are just lovely.
The Blue Ridge Parkway runs from the Virginia line down through Asheville and is a great slow paced way to see some of the prettiest areas.
Take a look at http://www.visitnc.com to prepare yourself and see a bit of what this beautiful state has to offer.
The beach communities around Wilmington are lovely and worth a visit.
In October the leaves will be changing and the areas around Asheville and Blowing Rock are just lovely.
The Blue Ridge Parkway runs from the Virginia line down through Asheville and is a great slow paced way to see some of the prettiest areas.
Take a look at http://www.visitnc.com to prepare yourself and see a bit of what this beautiful state has to offer.
Jun 15th, 2006, 05:45 AM
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October is a beautiful time to enjoy the Wilmington area beaches. The heat and humidity is down as are the crowds. I'd be there this year in October but my wife gives birth to number six in September.
Jun 15th, 2006, 12:21 PM
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Ah, what a wonderful opportunity, beach or mountains. You cant' go wrong with either. However, if you decide on mountains, reserve hotel rooms now.
George, child #6? What type of car holds the whole family?
George, child #6? What type of car holds the whole family?
Jun 15th, 2006, 01:55 PM
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Agree with all the experts above! 
You'll totally fall in love with our mountains in the Fall, but make your reservations like SOON! The Coast is fabulous then also .... I'd do half and half, stopping to spend the day at Old Salem or maybe Duke campus/Sarah Duke Gardens as you cross from one side of the state to the other.
Now, repeat after me: GO TAR HEELS!!!!!!!!
You'll totally fall in love with our mountains in the Fall, but make your reservations like SOON! The Coast is fabulous then also .... I'd do half and half, stopping to spend the day at Old Salem or maybe Duke campus/Sarah Duke Gardens as you cross from one side of the state to the other.Now, repeat after me: GO TAR HEELS!!!!!!!!
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Everyone will be going to the Mts. in October, in fact, if you don't already have reservations, that may be difficult. For that very reason, we go to the beach. The weather & water are at their very best & you will basically have the beach to yourself. The Brunswick Islands come to mind, I also like the W-S suggestion, particularly if you like to dabble in wines.
